2024-04-06

World Health Day, commemorated every year on April 7th, underscores the universal importance of health and well-being. As a cornerstone of healthcare, the pharmaceutical industry is instrumental in achieving the objectives outlined for World Health Day 2024

Theme of World Health Day 2024

The theme ‘My Health, My Right’ emphasizes the intrinsic right of individuals to quality healthcare, regardless of their geographical or socio-economic status. It draws attention to the disparities in healthcare access and the imperative to address these inequities.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that over half of the global population lacks access to essential healthcare services, a gap that the pharmaceutical industry is uniquely positioned to help close.

High-quality healthcare transcends mere availability; it encompasses efficient, secure, reasonably priced, and culturally sensitive services. Universal Health Coverage (UHC) aims to ensure that everyone can access the healthcare they need without financial hardship. The pharmaceutical industry plays a crucial role in achieving UHC by developing affordable medicines and supporting healthcare systems.

The theme also underscores the importance of empowering individuals with knowledge and education to make informed health decisions. Pharmaceutical companies contribute by providing transparent information about medications, including benefits, risks, and proper usage, thereby enabling patients to make informed choices about their treatment.

Addressing the root causes of health inequities is critical for creating equitable health systems. Addressing the same, the pharmaceutical industry can support this by ensuring that medicines are accessible and affordable for all, regardless of socioeconomic status, and by investing in research and development for diseases that disproportionately affect the poorest populations.

Significance of World Health Day

World Health Day serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of global health and human rights. It provides an opportunity to highlight the role of the pharmaceutical industry in, reducing health access gaps and advocating for universal health coverage, addressing infectious diseases and supporting the development of vaccines and treatments, promoting mother and child health through access to essential medicines, enhancing mental health services and reducing the stigma around mental health conditions and tackling non-communicable diseases (NCDs) with innovative healthcare solutions.

Granules India exemplifies the pharmaceutical industry's commitment to better health outcomes. By making medicines more affordable and accessible, Granules India actively participates in initiatives promoting local and global well-being. 

Talking on the same, Uma Devi Chigurupati, Executive Director, Granules India Ltd., said, “World Health Day is a timely reminder that health is not just a personal concern, but a global imperative. This day is an opportunity to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare globally. We understand that good health is more than a privilege, it is a fundamental right, and as such, we are deeply committed to assisting communities in need.”

“As a pharma industry leader, Granules India's commitment to better health outcomes is by making medicines more affordable and accessible. We believe that true progress in healthcare stems from collaboration, innovation, sustainable practices, and a genuine desire to improve people's lives. Hence, we actively participate in initiatives that promote community well-being at both local and global levels,” she added.

Richa Jaggi, Co-Founder & CMO, Awshad said, “On this National Health Day, let's celebrate the pursuit of wellness and highlight the significance of holistic healing, a very integral part of one’s well-being. Awshad champions a revolutionary approach to well-being, where traditional remedies of Vijaya harmonize with modern advancements to unleash nature's curative potential. Let's unite in nurturing a society defined by compassion, solidarity, and upliftment, enabling each individual to thrive holistically. "